German Spitz

The German Spitz is the oldest dog originating from Europe. For such a little dog, this breed has quite an extensive history! The breed can come in a wide variety of coat colors such as black, brown, orange, wolf gray, and white. While they have the appearance of a Pomeranian, the German Spitz is a distinct breed.

This ancient breed originated in Germany and the first mention of them was in 1450 by Count Eberhard Zu Sayn of Germany, where he praised them for being 'a brave protector of their homes and fields'. It is hard to imagine such a small dog, weighing between 21-29 pounds, as being such a brave protector, but they did play a huge role in many people's livelihood. The German Spitz would often accompany fishermen on trips to serve as a watchdog for their goods on board. They were also popular among farmers as they would always be ready to alert their owners of intruders. The German Spitz even enjoyed the lavish lifestyle during their long history, they were very popular among English royalty in the 18th century!

The German Spitz is still very popular today and makes a great companion dog. They still maintain their watchdog instinct, and you can be ready for a lot of high-pitched yapping, your neighbors probably won’t be impressed. While they do love to play with children, it is important to keep a close eye on your furry friend because they can become rowdy and can easily get injured due to their small size.

This dog will quickly become your new best friend and will love to play. They have a very high energy level will need daily exercise, however, mental stimulation is just as important as these pups are extremely intelligent. Something truly special about the German Spitz, and possibly why they have been popular for so many years, is that they will love their owners completely unconditionally. While all dog lovers know that this is generally the case for all breeds, the German Spitz has a unique skill when it comes to making their people feel loved and cared about.

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